Sun visor mounting apparatus, system, and method

ABSTRACT

The present disclosure is a sun visor mounting apparatus, system or method having a mounting plate with a J hooked end configured to receive a sun visor, a securing plate opposing the J hooked end, configured in a U shape for receiving the sun visor. A joining plate configured in a V shape with a first side capable of coupling to the mounting plate, and a second side capable of coupling to an extension plate, and the extension plate can have a first side of a coupled to the joining plate, and a second side configured to engage against a fixed structure. One or more fasteners may be utilized with each plate to secure them together. To accommodate different sizes and configurations, the joining plate and extension plate may be extending to satisfactory positions, to engage with a fixed structure for the stability of the mounting plate.

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

This application is a continuation of pending U.S. application Ser. No.1/173,122, filed on Feb. 10, 2021 which claims the benefit of U.S.Provisional Application No. 62/972,485, filed Feb. 10, 2020 entitled“Sun Visor Mounting Apparatus, System, and Method,” the disclosure ofwhich is incorporated herein by reference.

BACKGROUND Technical Field

The present disclosure relates to mounting systems for cameras andrelated devices in a vehicle. More particularly, and not by way oflimitation, the present disclosure is directed to an apparatus, system,or method for mounting devices to a sun visor of a vehicle.

Description of Related Art

Police, law enforcement, emergency responders, businesses, and driversor pilots in general now utilize some form of camera system in theirvehicles, machinery, boats, or aircrafts. These camera systems are oftenutilized for data gathering, the taking of footage for evidence,entertainment from funny moments on the roads, in the air, or on thewater, and/or used to monitor passengers, pets, children, or criminals.

While suction cups, and other mounting apparatuses, or systems, do allowfor the cameras to capture some footage, they do not allow for theability to capture all of the footage possible due to mountingpositions, and/or the locations of connections such as power, and/ordata storage. Additionally, these mounting systems often blocksignificant portions of a driver's or pilot's viewing area, creating asafety hazard. Thus, it would be advantageous to have a system,apparatus, or method that overcomes those disadvantages of the priorart.

BRIEF SUMMARY

The present disclosure is a sun visor mounting apparatus having amounting plate, a securing plate, a joining plate, and an extensionplate, each of which is capable of and/or configured to receive afastener for coupling or securing one or more of said plates.

Thus, in one aspect, the present disclosure is directed to a sun visormounting system including a mounting plate with a J hooked endconfigured to receive a first side of a sun visor. Opposing the J hookedend can be a securing plate configured in a U shape for receiving asecond side of the sun visor and also capable of coupling to themounting plate. A joining plate configured in a V shape, with a firstside of the joining plate capable of coupling to the mounting plate anda second side of the joining plate capable of coupling to an extensionplate. The extension plate can have a first side coupled to the joiningplate and a second side configured to engage against a fixed structure.One or more fasteners may be utilized with each plate to secure themtogether.

In another aspect, the present disclosure is directed to a method forinstalling a sun visor mount, including engaging a first side of a sunvisor into a J hook portion of a mounting plate, and, once engaged,inserting a second side of the sun visor into a securing plate. Toaccommodate different sizes and configurations, the present disclosurecan include extending a joining plate to a satisfactory position,causing an extension plate to engage with a fixed structure for themounting plate's stability.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The novel features believed characteristic of the disclosure are setforth in the appended claims. The disclosure itself, however, as well asa preferred mode of use, further objectives, and advantages thereof,will be best understood by reference to the following detaileddescription of illustrative embodiments when read in conjunction withthe accompanying drawings, wherein:

FIG. 1A is a lower perspective view illustration of a sun visor mountingsystem.

FIG. 1B is a front upper perspective view illustration of a sun visormounting system.

FIG. 1C is a rear perspective view illustration of a sun visor mountingsystem.

FIG. 2 is a top view illustration of a sun visor mounting apparatus.

FIG. 3 is a bottom view illustration of a sun visor mounting apparatus.

FIG. 4 is a side view illustration of a sun visor mounting apparatus.

FIG. 5 is an illustration of a sun visor mounting system configured foruse with multiple devices.

FIG. 6 is an illustration of a sun visor mounting apparatus in use withmultiple devices.

FIG. 7 is an illustration of a sun visor mounting apparatus utilizedwith multiple devices.

FIG. 8A is a lengthwise view illustration of stabilizing bracket.

FIG. 8B is a lower perspective view illustration of a stabilizingbracket.

FIG. 9 is an illustration of a sun visor mounting system installationmethod.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

At least one embodiment of the disclosure will now be described. Onedisadvantage that camera mounting systems have is the lack of stabilityin mounting surfaces. The present disclosure addresses this by allowingfor increased stability from an engagement with a windshield or otherfixed structure while utilizing additional mounting points or locationsthat can increase the flexibility during utilization and/or safety of auser.

FIG. 1A is a lower perspective view illustration of a sun visor mountingsystem 100A. The sun visor mounting system 100A can include a mountingplate 102, a securing plate 106, a joining plate 108, an extension plate110, and/or a second mounting plate 112. Each of these plates mayinteract with one or more of the adjacent and/or interconnected platesto allow for a securing or engagement with a sun visor (not illustrated)and/or a fixed structure (not illustrated).

For example, the mounting plate 102 allows for the coupling of devicesto the sun visor mounting system 100A. These devices (not illustrated)may include Global Positioning System(s) (G.P.S.), camera system(s),radio(s), and/or other devices utilized by drivers, pilots, and/or otherindividuals operating vehicles and/or machinery. In at least oneexample, the mounting plate 102 has a portion or section 104 that isgenerally J shaped or J hook-shaped. The J or J hook shape allows themounting plate to engage with a sun visor (not illustrated).

FIG. 1B is a front perspective view illustration of a sun visor mountingsystem 100B. The sun visor mounting system 100B can include a mountingplate 102, a securing plate 106, a joining plate 108, an extension plate110, and/or a second mounting plate 112. The mounting plate 102 can havea portion or section 104 that is J or J hook-shaped, which allows themounting plate 102 to interface with a sun visor (not illustrated). Thesecuring plate 106 can engage with the sun visor (not illustrated)opposite the J or J hook portion or section 104 of the mounting plate102. In at least one example, the securing plate 106 is slidable withrespect to the mounting plate 102. In other examples, the securing plate106 may engage with the mounting plate 102 at one of a plurality ofmounting positions.

The joining plate 108, in at least one embodiment, has two ends orsections 108A/108B. The first end or section 108A of the joining plate108 can interface with the mounting plate 102. The second end or section108B of the joining plate 108 may interface or engage with the extensionplate 110. Each of the first end 108A and the second end 108B may have aset of apertures or slots that allow for the interfacing of the joiningplate 108 to other plates. In at least one example, the first end 108Aof the joining plate 108 can have a slot 101 or other aperture thatallows for the movement of the joining plate 108 in relation to themounting plate 102. The slot 101 can allow for a sliding or linearmovement 111. For example, the linear or sliding movement 111 can allowfor positioning of the joining plate 108 in relation to the mountingplate 102. The linear or sliding movement 111 may allow for the movementof the joining plate 108 in a direction that is opposite the J or J hookportion 104 of the mounting plate 102. Similarly, the second end 108B ofthe joining plate 108 can have a slot 103 and/or a set of apertures105A/105B. The slot 103 allows for the interaction of the joining plate108 with the extension plate 110. The interaction of the joining plate108 and the extension plate 110, in at least one example, can includesliding or movement 113. The sliding or movement 113 may includemovement of the extension plate 110 away or towards the joining plate108. The set of apertures 105A/105B may be utilized to secure thejoining plate 108 to the extension plate 110 or to a device or set ofdevices that may be coupled to the sun visor mounting system 100B. Theslots and apertures discussed herein, generally, can allow foracceptance, passage, and securing of fasteners or other securing means.For example, a fastener or removable fastener may be a threaded boltwith a corresponding threaded nut as a securing mechanism. A threadedbolt or fastener can have a helical ramp surrounding a cylinder.

FIG. 1C is a rear perspective view illustration of a sun visor mountingsystem 100C. The sun visor mounting system 100C can include a mountingplate 102, a securing plate 106, a joining plate 108, an extension plate110, and/or a secondary mounting plate 112. In at least one embodiment,the mounting plate 102 and securing plate 106 interact to engage with asun visor 117. In at least one example, the sun visor 117 engages withthe J or J hook section 104 of the mounting plate 102 and the U shapedsecuring plate 106. The J or J hook section 104 may also have a set ofapertures (not illustrated) that correspond to a set of apertures107A/107B defined by the second mounting plate 112. The set of apertures107A/107B can allow for the coupling of the second mounting plate 112 tothe mounting plate 102 utilizing a set of fasteners. The mounting plate102 can be utilized as a stabilizing or general securing mount for acamera, camera system, Global Positioning System (G.P. S.), viewingsystem, or other device (not illustrated). In at least one example, themounting plate 102 may also couple to cable management plate or system(not illustrated) for controlling and/or routing of cables for thecamera or camera system or other devices coupled to the mounting plate102. Similarly, the second mounting plate 112 may be utilized formounting and/or coupling of devices such as, but not limited to, viewingscreens, G.P.S. units, and/or data loggers to the sun visor mountingsystem 100C. The secondary mounting plate 112 can have a standoffsection that allows for control of cables and/or connections to thedevices mounted or coupled to the second mounting plate 112. In someexamples, cable management may be achieved through apertures or couplingmechanisms coupled to the various plates.

FIG. 2 is a top view illustration of a sun visor mounting apparatus 200.The sun visor mounting apparatus 200 may be utilized within and/or aspart of a stabilization or mounting system for cameras and other deviceswithin a vehicle or other machinery. The sun visor mounting apparatus200 can have a mounting plate 202 coupled to a joining plate 208, asecuring plate 206, and/or a second mounting plate 212. The mountingplate 202 may define at least one slot 216A/216B, which in some examplesmay be referred to as a securing plate slot 216A and/or 216B. Theslot(s) 216A/216B can allow for a fastener 218A/218B to pass through toa securing plate 206. The slots 216A/216B may also allow for thesecuring plate 206 to be moved and/or slide in relation to a portion ofthe mounting plate 202. For example, sun visors vary in size from onevehicle to the next, and accordingly, the mounting plates should be ableto adjust to fit a majority of these sun visors.

The mounting plate 202, in at least one embodiment, may also define aset of apertures 214A/214B, each capable of receiving a fastener likethose shown as 218A/218B. However, other forms of fasteners may also beutilized to allow the plates to be affixed to one another. The set ofapertures 214A/214B are configured for placements and/or coupling of acamera or camera system (not illustrated) to the mounting plate 202. Insome examples, the camera, camera system, or device coupled to themounting plate 202 may have a fastener or other coupling device builtinto a mounting bracket or the device for accessing and coupling to theplates via the set of apertures 214A/214B.

The joining plate 208 may define a first slot 220A and/or a second slot220B (collectively referred to as slots 220). The slots 220 can allowfor fastener 222A, 222B, 222C, and/or 222D to pass through and interfacewith the mounting plate 202 and/or the extension plate 210. In at leastone embodiment, the fasteners 222A/222B may be utilized to securing thejoining plate 208 at a desired position in relation to the mountingplate 202, in the illustrated example, a position away from or towardsthe mounting plate 202. Similarly, the fasteners 222C/222D may beutilized to secure the extension plate 210 in a desired position. In theillustrated example, the position may be towards or away from themounting plate 202. Additionally, the joining plate 208 may also definea set of apertures 224A and/or 224B. The set of apertures 224A/224B, inat least one example, may allow for devices to be coupled to the joiningplate 208. For example, some cameras or camera systems may require aspecific placement in relation to a windshield or other fixed structureto allow for proper image capture. Accordingly, it is beneficial to havemultiple coupling points along the sun visor mounting system 200.Additionally, each vehicle can have different configurations that mayrequire a camera or G.P. S. system to be positioned differently to allowthe driver clear visibility through a windshield, one or more windows,and/or mirrors.

The secondary mounting plate 212 can also define a set of apertures226A/226B. The set of apertures 226A/226B, in at least one example, mayallow for devices to be coupled to the secondary mounting plate 212. Forexample, some cameras or camera systems may require a specific placementin relation to a windshield or other fixed structure to allow for properimage capture, or include a viewing screen to allow for monitoring ofthe current image capture. Accordingly it is beneficial to have multiplecoupling points along the sun visor mounting system 200.

FIG. 3 is a bottom view illustration of a sun visor mounting apparatus300. The sun visor mounting apparatus 300 can include a mounting plate302, a securing plate 306, a joining plate 308, and/or an extensionplate 310. In at least one embodiment, the mounting plate 302 may have aJ or J hook-shaped portion or section 304. The J hook section 304, in atleast one example, opposes a U shaped securing plate 306. The J hooksection 304 and the securing plate 306 are configurable to engage with asun visor (not illustrated). The sliding or movement of the securingplate 306 can be achieved through one or more of the slot(s) 316A and/or316B defined by the mounting plate 302 and a set of fasteners that passthrough one or more of the slot(s) 316A and/or 316B. For example, afastener (not illustrated) may pass through the securing plate 306, andthe mounting plate 302 via a slot 316A/316B with the fastener have asecuring mechanism that allows for the fastener to create a friction,pressing, or locking fit connection between the securing plate 306 andthe mounting plate 302. Similarly, the joining plate, extension plate,and/or secondary mounting plate may have a friction, pressing, orlocking fit connection between them. The mounting plate 302, in at leastone embodiment, may also define a set of apertures 314A/314B, eachcapable of receiving a fastener like those shown as 218A/218B. The setof apertures 314A/314B are configured for placements and/or coupling ofa camera or camera system (not illustrated) to the mounting plate 302.In some examples, the camera, camera system, or device coupled to themounting plate 302 may have a fastener built into a mounting bracket ordevice for accessing the set of apertures 314A/314B. The securing plate306 may be slidable or moved 315 in reference to the mounting plate 302via the slots 316A and/or 316B.

The mounting plate 302 may also define a set of apertures 328A/328B/328Cthat allow for a camera system to be coupled to the mounting plate 302.The set of apertures 328A, 328B, and/or 328C can also allow for thecoupling of the mounting plate 302 to a joint plate 308. Additionally,the set of apertures 328A, 328B, and/or 328C can allow for additionalplates to be secured to the mounting plate 302. In some embodiments, thesecuring of a device or plates may be performed through fasteners orother types of securing means. The joining plate 308 can then be coupledto the mounting plate 302 and/or an extension plate 310. For example,the joining plate 308 may have a slot (not illustrated) that a fastenermay pass through for engaging with one or more of the set of apertures328A/328B/328C. Similarly, the joining plate 308 can have a slot orapertures (not illustrated) that can allow for a fastener to engage witha set of apertures 330A/330B/330C of the extension plate 310. Theextension plate 310 may have a first side 310A and a second side 310B.In at least one example, the sides 310A/310B may also be referred to assections. In at least one embodiment, the second side 310B may also havea vibration reduction pad 310C affixed to it. The vibration reductionpad 310C may also be a dampening pad, sticky pad, or other pad-likedevices or structures to allow the extension plate 310 to be pressed,engaged, and/or affixed to a fixed structure or object.

FIG. 4 is a side view illustration of a sun visor mounting apparatus400. The side view illustration of the sun visor mounting apparatus 400allows for the shapes and/or organization of the various plates and/orcomponents of the apparatus. A mounting plate 402 is generally a singleflat piece or plate with a generally rectangular cross-section. Themounting plate 402 may also have a portion or section 404 that isgenerally J or J hook-shaped to allow for engagement with a sun visor(not illustrated). The J or J hook portion or section 404 is part of themounting plate 402 with a first section 404A that is generally at aright angle or ninety degrees respective to the mounting plate 402. Asecond section 404B of the J or J hook portion 404 is generally at anangle greater than a right angle or ninety degrees from the firstsection 404A and generally not more than one-hundred and thirty-fivedegrees from the first side 404A. The second section, 404B, may also beat an angle that is greater than one-hundred and eighty degrees from themounting plate 402.

A securing plate 406 has a generally U shape, with one sectionconfigured to interface with the mounting plate 402 and the othersections configured to assist in securing a sun visor (not illustrated).The securing plate 406 can have a first section 406A that is configuredto be generally parallel to the mounting plate 402. A second section406B of the securing plate 406 can generally be configured at a rightangle or ninety-degree angle to the first section 406A. A third section,406C, is generally parallel or more than parallel to the first section406A. The third section 406C may be at a right angle or ninety degreesto the second section 406B but will generally be no more thanone-hundred thirty-five degrees from the second section 406B.

A joining plate 408 may have a first section 408A and a second section408B. The first section 408A may allow for coupling to the mountingplate 402, and the second section 408B can allow for coupling to theextension plate 410. The joining plate 408 is generally configured in aV shape with an obtuse (greater than ninety degrees) angle 408C. In atleast one example, the second section 408B of the joining plate 408 maybe of a length equal to or less than a section of an extension plate410. Much like the joining plate 408, the extension plate 410 has afirst section 410A and a second section 410B. The first section 410A maybe sized to allow for a vibration reduction pad or other form of stickyor affixable pad that may reduce, or eliminate vibrations, and/or allowfor increased stability of the extension plate 410 against a fixedstructure. The size of the first section 410A is generally less than, ormuch shorter than the second section 410B. The second section 410B isgenerally equal to or greater than the second section 408B of thejoining plate 408. Additionally, the extension plate 410 is generallyshaped like a checkmark, with an angle 410C between the first section410A and the second section 410B. The angle 410C is generally an obtuseangle.

A secondary mounting plate 412 can allow for additional devices and/orsystems to be coupled to the sun visor mounting apparatus 400. Thesecondary mounting plate 412 is generally shaped like a V, with an acuteangle 412C. A first side 412A of the secondary mounting plate 412 isgenerally of a sufficient length to create a standoff position with asecond section 412B when the first section 412A is coupled to themounting plate 402 and/or the J or J hook section 404. In at least oneembodiment, the first section 412A and the second section 412B are of asame or similar length, while in other examples, the first section 412Ais longer than the second section 412B.

FIG. 5 is an illustration of a sun visor mounting system 500 in use withmultiple devices. For example, the sun visor mounting system 500 may becoupled to a camera 540 and/or a screen 546. Each camera 540 or camerasystem may be an articulation system 542 and/or an attachment bracket544. The articulation system 542 may allow for the positioning and/orplacement of the camera 540. In at least one example, the camera 540 ispositioned in such a way to capture images through a windshield 551. Inother examples, the camera 540 may be positioned to capture imageswithin the vehicle.

FIG. 6 is an illustration of a sun visor mounting apparatus 600 in usewith multiple devices. For example, the sun visor mounting system 600may couple to a camera 640, a screen 646, and/or a G.P.S. unit 648. Inat least one embodiment, the camera 640 may be coupled to the sun visormounting system 600 through an articulation system 642, a camera bracket644, and/or a stabilizing bracket 641. The stabilizing bracket 641 canallow for various camera(s) 640 and/or articulation systems 642 tocouple with the sun visor mounting system 600 with minimal vibrations asthe shape and/or contour of the stabilizing bracket allows for thecamera bracket 644 to seat firmly.

The sun visor mounting system 600 may also be engaged with a windshield651, at a stabilization point 643. In at least one example, the sunvisor mounting system 600 may include a vibration reduction pad (notillustrated) or other padding or adhesive pad that allows for engagementand/or interaction with the windshield 651. In some examples, theengagement or interaction may be with a support beam 653 or a partition.

Much like the camera system, the screen 646 and/or G.P.S. unknit 648 mayalso be coupled with a device bracket 645. The device bracket 645 mayallow for the stabilization of devices as well as providing a quickconnection and/or release system for various devices. For example, apolice officer utilizing a G.P.S. unit, or G.P.S. tracking unit, mayneed to get out of the vehicle and move on foot to a specific area andneeds to keep the G.P.S. unit with him, a quick-release system can allowfor him to remove the unit from the vehicle and then replace it uponreturning to the vehicle.

FIG. 7 is an illustration of a sun visor mounting apparatus 700 utilizedwith multiple devices. For example, the sun visor mounting system 700may be coupled to a camera 740 and/or a screen 746. Each camera 746 orcamera system may be an articulation system 742 and/or an attachmentbracket 744. The articulation system 742 may allow for the positioningand/or placement of the camera 740. In at least one example, the camera740 is positioned in such a way to capture images through a windshield751. In other examples, the camera 740 may be positioned to captureimages within the vehicle.

In at least one embodiment, the camera 740 may be coupled to the sunvisor mounting system 700 through an articulation system 742, a camerabracket 744, and/or a stabilizing bracket 741. The stabilizing bracket741 can allow various camera(s) 740 and/or articulation systems 742 tocouple with the sun visor mounting system 700 with minimal vibrations asthe shape and/or contour of the stabilizing bracket allows for thecamera bracket 744 to seat firmly against the coupling device.

Some cameras 740, such as commercially available dash cameras, mayrequire additional data and/or interface to allow them to be effective.For example, to be effective evidence in some courts, a G.P.S. loggerdata output must be timestamped with the video from the camera. In otherexamples, a G.P.S. unit must be visible in the video frame. This can bedifficult to achieve without proper organization. The sun visor mountingapparatus 700 allows for such organization through the various mountingpositions of the camera 740 and/or screen 746 or other devices.

FIG. 8A is a lengthwise view illustration of stabilizing bracket 841.FIG. 8B is a lower perspective view illustration of a stabilizingbracket 841. With respect to FIGS. 8A and 8B, the stabilizing bracket841 can be universal fit devices for securing and/or stabilizing cameraattachment brackets. The stabilizing bracket 841 can have a top section850 that can be coupled to a lower section 852. The lower section 852can have a ramped or angled edge 854. The ramped or angled edge 854 can,in at least one example, be configured to match a corresponding rampedor angled edge (not illustrated) on a camera or camera system bracket(not illustrated). The bottom section 852 and/or top section 850 maydefine a set of apertures 856A and/or 856B for coupling the stabilizingbracket to the sun visor mounting system or apparatus (not illustrated).In at least one example, the top section 850 can have a plate-likestructure with a rectangular portion and a curved front or nose portion.Similarly, further to this example, the bottom section 852 can have arectangular portion with an angled edge(s) 854, and a curved front ornose portion with an angled edge(s) 854.

FIG. 9 is an illustration of a sun visor mounting system installationmethod 900. The installation method 900, may in at least one embodiment,begin initially with engaging a first side of a sun visor into a J hookportion of a mounting plate 901. The J hook portion of the mountingplate, in at least one example, is sized and configured to accept atleast one side of a sun visor. At least one side of a sun visor willtypically be along the major axis of a sun visor such that when the sunvisor is utilized for shade purposes by an individual, it is the side oredge closest to the user or the ceiling of a vehicle. In at least oneexample, inserting a second side of the sun visor into a securing plate902 may occur. In some examples, sliding the securing plate towards theJ hook portion of the mounting plate 903 steps may occur where thesecuring plate is slidably coupled to the mounting plate. Another stepcan include extending a joining plate to a satisfactory position, thesatisfactory position allowing the extension plate to engage with afixed structure 904. The joining plate can allow, individually or incombination with an extension plate for engagement with a fixedstructure. Thus, another step that can occur is causing an extensionplate to engage with a fixed structure for the stability of the mountingplate 905.

The mounting plate may also couple to a second mounting plate byattaching a secondary mounting plate to the J hook portion of themounting plate 906 step. Other devices may be attached, mounted, and/orcoupled to the mounting plate or secondary mounting plate. For example,mounting a camera bracket to the mounting plate 907 and/or affixing acamera to the camera bracket 908 step may occur. Other examples may alsoinclude or involve coupling a viewing screen to the mounting plate 909,coupling a G.P.S. unit to the mounting plate 910, coupling a viewingscreen to the second mounting plate 911, and/or coupling a G.P.S. unitto the second mounting plate 912 step. Any of these devices may bemounted, affixed, and/or coupled in any individual capacity orcombination.

It would be understood that one or more of the plates of the presentdisclosure may be combined together as one plate. For example, theextension plate and joining plate may be modified and/or combinedthrough adhesives or other combination means such as welding or awelding like manner to create a single plate. Additionally, one or moreof the plate may be coupled to the sun visor through adhesive, hook andloop, fasteners, and/or other attachment or affixing means.

While this disclosure has been particularly shown and described withreference to preferred embodiments, it will be understood by thoseskilled in the art that various changes in form and detail may be madetherein without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention.The inventors expect skilled artisans to employ such variations asappropriate, and the inventors intend the invention to be practicedotherwise than as specifically described herein. Accordingly, thisdisclosure includes all modifications and equivalents of the subjectmatter recited in the claims appended hereto as permitted by applicablelaw. Moreover, any combination of the above-described elements in allpossible variations thereof is encompassed by the disclosure unlessotherwise indicated herein or otherwise clearly contradicted by context.

While various embodiments in accordance with the principles disclosedherein have been described above, it should be understood that they havebeen presented by way of example only and not limitation. Thus, thebreadth and scope of this disclosure should not be limited by any of theabove-described exemplary embodiments but should be defined only inaccordance with any claims and their equivalents issuing from thisdisclosure. Furthermore, the above advantages and features are providedin described embodiments but shall not limit the application of suchissued claims to processes and structures accomplishing any or all ofthe above advantages.

Additionally, the section headings herein are provided for consistencywith the suggestions under 37 C.F.R. 1.77 or otherwise to provideorganizational cues. These headings shall not limit or characterize theinvention(s) set out in any claims that may issue from this disclosure.Specifically, and by way of example, although the headings refer to a“Technical Field”, the claims should not be limited by the languagechosen under this heading to describe the so-called field. Further, adescription of a technology as background information is not to beconstrued as an admission that certain technology is prior art to anyembodiment(s) in this disclosure. Neither is the “Brief Summary” to beconsidered as a characterization of the embodiment(s) set forth inissued claims. Furthermore, any reference in this disclosure to“invention” in the singular should not be used to argue that there isonly a single point of novelty in this disclosure. Multiple embodimentsmay be set forth according to the limitations of the multiple claimsissuing from this disclosure, and such claims accordingly define theembodiment(s), and their equivalents, that are protected thereby. In allinstances, the scope of such claims shall be considered on their ownmerits in light of this disclosure but should not be constrained by theheadings set forth herein.

We claim:
 1. A method for installing a sun visor mount comprising:engaging a first side of a sun visor into a J hook portion of a mountingplate; inserting a second side of the sun visor into a securing plate;extending a joining plate to a satisfactory position; and causing anextension plate to engage with a fixed structure for stability of themounting plate.
 2. The method of claim 1, wherein the inserting stepfurther comprises sliding the securing plate towards the J hook portionof the mounting plate.
 3. The method of claim 1, wherein thesatisfactory position allows the extension plate to engage the fixedstructure.
 4. The method of claim 1, further comprises attaching asecondary mounting plate to the J hook portion of the mounting plate. 5.The method of claim 1, further comprises mounting a camera bracket tothe mounting plate.
 6. The method of claim 5, further comprises affixinga camera to the camera bracket.
 7. The method of claim 1, furthercomprises coupling a viewing screen to the mounting plate.
 8. The methodof claim 1, further comprises coupling a G.P.S. unit to the mountingplate.
 9. The method of claim 4, further comprises coupling a viewingscreen to the secondary mounting plate.
 10. The method of claim 4,further comprises coupling a G.P.S. unit to the secondary mountingplate.
 11. A sun visor mounting apparatus comprising: a mounting plate;a camera bracket or camera capable of being mounted to the mountingplate a securing plate coupled to the mounting plate, the securing plateallowing for engagement of a sun visor between the mounting plate andthe securing plate; a joining plate coupled to the mounting plate; andan extension plate coupled to the joining plate; wherein at least oneremovable fastener is utilized for coupling each of said plates.
 12. Thesun visor mounting apparatus of claim 11, further comprises a secondarymounting plate configured to couple with the mounting plate.
 13. The sunvisor mounting apparatus of claim 11, wherein the extension plate has afirst end and a second end.
 14. The sun visor mounting apparatus ofclaim 13, wherein affixed the second end of the extension plate is avibration reduction pad.
 15. The sun visor mounting apparatus of claim11, wherein said plates each have at least one aperture for receivingone or more of the at least one fasteners.
 16. A sun visor mountingsystem comprising: a mounting plate with a hooked end for receiving afirst side of a sun visor; a securing plate configured for receiving asecond side of the sun visor and being coupled to the mounting plate; ajoining plate with a first side for coupling to the mounting plate; anextension plate coupled to a second side of the joining plate; whereinat least one removable fastener is utilized to coupling of said plates.17. The sun visor mount system of claim 16, wherein the securing plateis slidable in relation to the hooked end of the mounting plate.
 18. Thesun visor mount system of claim 16, wherein the joining plate isslidable in relation to the mounting plate.
 19. The sun visor mountsystem of claim 16, wherein the extension plate is slidable in relationto the joining plate.
 20. The sun visor mount system of claim 16,further comprising a secondary mounting plate configured to be coupledto the hooked end of the mounting plate.